Puerto Rico's plan to hold a referendum on its political status have come under scrutiny due to its elevated costs and the fact that it won't be directly consequential as it's not binding.
The voting, which will take place on the same date as the general elections, will offer three options: independence with free association, statehood, and independence. Under the free association option, issues like foreign affairs, U.S. citizenship, and use of the U.S. dollar would be negotiated.
